Brittany Bendabout (b. 1995, Tulsa, OK) is a filmmaker and documentary photographer.
With a Master’s degree in Business Administration from Rogers State University, Brittany divides her time between freelance photography and film-related projects. An enrolled member of the Cherokee Nation, her work explores the identification and cultural involvement of Native Americans in Oklahoma. The scope of Brittany’s work reflects the community and heritage that she feels deeply connected to as a contemporary artist residing on Muscogee-Creek territory of Oklahoma.
Bendabout’s directorial debut, Faster, is a short film that explores themes of female rage and vengeance born from sexual assault. She received the WAVE (Women at the Very Edge) seed grant in early 2026 for Faster. She also received a pre-production grant from The Future of Film is Female. Faster is currently in development and will shoot in November of 2026.
Brittany Bendabout is a celebrated visual storyteller and advocate whose work consistently explores the complexities of Native American identity, culture, and justice. Her exceptional photography has earned a prominent place in By The Fire We Carry: The Generations Long Fight for Justice on Native Land, a New York Best Book of 2024 authored by Rebecca Nagle. Additionally, Brittany’s powerful imagery was featured in the Empowerment Issue of Let’s Explore Magazine, further establishing her as a key voice in contemporary visual arts and Native representation.
Beyond her visual arts practices, Brittany is also the co-founder of Women in Film Oklahoma, a collective dedicated to connecting and uplifting women, non-binary, and two-spirit individuals within the filmmaking community.
Brittany’s influence spans multiple disciplines, with her work showcased by prestigious organizations such as NPR, the Associated Press, and Art Basel. Her reputation as an esteemed collaborator and advocate for Native and marginalized voices has made her a sought-after artist at the intersection of film, photography, and social justice.